Nothing Headphone (a) Tipped to Launch March 12 Globally at €159
Leak reveals Nothing's budget over-ear Headphone (a) in four vibrant colours, and March 12 launch with pre-orders starting March 5.
Leaks around the upcoming Nothing Headphone (a) — a budget-oriented over-ear headset from the UK-based consumer tech brand Nothing — have surfaced online, offering early insight into its potential price, colour options, and launch timeline ahead of an anticipated March debut. The model is expected to complement the brand’s existing audio lineup following the launch of premium offerings like the Nothing Headphone 1.
According to multiple reports based on industry leaks, the Nothing Headphone (a) could be officially announced on March 12, 2026, with pre-orders opening as early as March 5. This timeline positions the new over-ear headset as one of the first major audio hardware launches from Nothing in the first quarter of 2026.
In terms of pricing, early leaks suggest the Headphone (a) will be positioned significantly below the premium Headphone 1. In Europe, the model is said to carry a price tag of around €159 (approximately ₹17,000), while in the UK it may retail for about £149 (roughly ₹18,500). Although Nothing has not disclosed an official price for India yet, industry observers believe the device could be priced around ₹15,000, subject to local taxes and duties.
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Sources also indicate the Headphone (a) will be offered in four colour options — Black, White, Pink, and Yellow — providing a broader and more vibrant palette compared with some earlier Nothing audio products. This suggests Nothing aims to attract younger and more style-conscious consumers through varied aesthetics alongside competitive pricing.
At present, detailed specifications and feature lists for the Headphone (a) remain unconfirmed. Earlier speculation hinted the model could be a re-imagined version of the Headphone 1 with a simpler build, but the substantial difference in expected retail price makes that scenario less likely. Observers anticipate the device may offer a pared-down feature set compared with premium siblings, prioritising affordability.
Nothing’s broader 2026 strategy appears to focus on expanding its audio ecosystem while pacing its flagship smartphone releases. While the brand confirmed it will not push a high-end phone in 2026, it continues to develop mid-range handsets, accessories, and audio hardware, indicating a diversified product roadmap.
As always with leaks, final details — including exact India pricing, performance features such as active noise cancellation or codec support, and official market availability — will only be confirmed at launch or through announcements from Nothing itself.
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